Kharagpur, located in the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, is a city known for its educational and industrial significance. It is home to the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, one of India's leading engineering institutions. Kharagpur also serves as an important railway town, with one of the largest railway workshops in the country. The city’s mix of academic excellence, industrial growth, and proximity to Kolkata makes it a vital center for innovation and development in the region.